Westgate

The neighborhood of Westgate has the luck of being found in a residential area that benefits from its distance to the downtown core while at the same time being within the recreational opportunities found off the Sarcee Trail which bounds the community to its west. Originally established in 1957, Westgate has amassed a population of over 3,100 residents who find the abundance of green space immediately surrounding the community a blessing. The neighborhood is also bordered by 17^th Avenue and the Bow Trail which will both guide residents into the restaurants, boutiques, and the vibrant culture that runs fluent in Calgary’s downtown core.

Public school students in Westgate are designated to attend Wildwood elementary, Vincent Massey junior high, and Ernest Manning senior high schools while Catholic school students are assigned to attend St. Michael elementary and junior high, and then Bishop Carroll senior high school.

Due to Westgate’s borders being 17^th Avenue, the Bow Trail, and the Sarcee Trail, one may travel nearly anywhere in the southern half of Calgary. Take the Sarcee Trail south to visit the Weaselhead natural area, the Tennis Courts, or the Earl Grey golf club. Take the trail north to visit Edworthy Park and to walk along the Bow River. 17^th Avenue will take you straight through downtown and right up to the Scotiabank Saddledome. Meanwhile the Bow Trail will take you along the Bow River before leading you through Calgary’s downtown core. One doesn’t need to travel that far either to shop as the Westbrook Mall is located just a neighborhood over only a minute down the Bow Trail.

There are over a dozen Calgary Transit stops that line the southern, eastern, and northern borders of the Westgate community making transportation easy to access for all residents.

Westgate is a community of residents whose initiative, generosity, and commitment have helped shape it to be what it is today. With major routes that connect it to Calgary’s vibrant network, Westgate walks the tightrope between living in the city while still feeling like you’re a part of a town. Whether it’s the proximity of the downtown core, the green space that surrounds it, or just because of the location, residents are proud to call Westgate home.